Description
A savory and nutritious Avocado Garlicky Mushroom Toast featuring sautéed chestnut mushrooms with garlic and thyme on creamy mashed avocado spread over crispy sourdough bread, perfect for a quick and healthy breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
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Mushrooms and Seasoning
- 250–300g chestnut mushrooms (or mushrooms of your choice)
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- A generous splash of tamari sauce (or soy sauce for non-gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- A sprinkle of black pepper
Avocado Spread
- 1 ripe avocado
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- A pinch of sea salt or pink Himalayan salt
Bread
- 2 slices of bread (preferably sourdough)
Instructions
- Prepare the Mushrooms: Wash and slice the mushrooms into thin pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Sauté Garlic: Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the crushed garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning and to infuse the oil with garlic flavor.
- Cook the Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms and a splash of tamari sauce to the pan. Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms release their water and it evaporates, creating rich flavor.
- Add Herbs and Pepper: Stir in the fresh thyme leaves and sprinkle with black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Avocado: In a bowl, mash the avocado with a fork until smooth or slightly chunky according to preference.
- Season the Avocado: Add the lemon juice and a pinch of sea salt or pink Himalayan salt to the mashed avocado, mixing well to combine and brighten the flavor.
- Toast the Bread: Toast the slices of sourdough until golden and crispy using a toaster or a pan with a little olive oil for extra crunch.
- Assemble the Toast: Spread a thick layer of the mashed avocado evenly over each slice of toasted bread.
- Top with Mushrooms: Generously top the avocado spread with the garlicky mushroom mixture and fresh thyme leaves.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately to enjoy the toast while it’s fresh and flavorful.
Notes
- For gluten-free, ensure the bread is gluten-free sourdough or another suitable variety.
- You can substitute tamari with soy sauce if gluten is not a concern.
- Use ripe avocados for best texture and flavor in the spread.
- To add more flavor, you can drizzle extra olive oil or sprinkle chili flakes on top before serving.
- This recipe is perfect for a quick, healthy breakfast or light lunch.
